Cyber Defense: Testing & Cryptography
Master penetration testing techniques, proactive threat hunting methodologies, and cryptographic applications to strengthen overall security posture.
Master penetration testing techniques, proactive threat hunting methodologies, and cryptographic applications to strengthen overall security posture.
This comprehensive course develops advanced cybersecurity skills to help organizations combat the rising costs of security breaches, which now average nearly $5 million per incident. The curriculum focuses on three critical areas of cyber defense: penetration testing, threat hunting, and cryptography. You'll first explore the phases of penetration testing, gaining practical experience in software pen testing and scanning code repositories using tools like OWASP ZAP and SNYK. You'll learn to create thorough penetration testing reports that document vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies. The course then advances to threat hunting techniques, teaching you how to proactively search for potential threats within networks and integrate artificial intelligence to enhance threat detection capabilities. You'll master cyber threat intelligence (CTI) frameworks for effective threat identification and response. The final component covers cryptography principles and techniques, including encryption, decryption, and hashing methods essential for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. You'll also learn about common cryptographic attacks and cryptanalysis methods to better defend against them. Through hands-on labs and a culminating project, you'll apply these skills in practical scenarios, preparing you to identify vulnerabilities, protect assets, and strengthen your organization's overall cybersecurity posture.
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What you'll learn
Develop in-demand penetration testing and threat hunting skills valued by employers Master the planning, discovery, attack, and reporting phases of penetration testing Gain hands-on experience with industry tools such as OWASP ZAP and SNYK for vulnerability identification Create comprehensive penetration testing reports that effectively communicate findings and recommendations Learn proactive threat hunting techniques to identify potential security compromises before they cause damage Integrate artificial intelligence into threat intelligence and hunting processes Apply cyber threat intelligence frameworks for systematic threat identification and analysis Understand cryptography principles including encryption, decryption, and hashing to ensure data security Identify common cryptographic attacks and implement appropriate countermeasures Complete a hands-on project demonstrating integrated skills in penetration testing, threat hunting, and cryptography
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There are 6 modules in this course
This comprehensive course equips cybersecurity professionals with advanced skills in three critical areas: penetration testing, threat hunting, and cryptography. The penetration testing modules cover the complete testing lifecycle, beginning with the planning and discovery phases where students learn to scope assessments, gather intelligence, and identify potential entry points. Students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools like OWASP ZAP and SNYK to perform vulnerability scanning and exploitation during the attack phase. The curriculum teaches participants how to document findings in professional penetration testing reports that communicate risks and mitigation strategies effectively to stakeholders. The threat hunting section introduces proactive techniques for identifying threats that may have evaded traditional security controls, with emphasis on leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance threat detection capabilities. Students learn to utilize cyber threat intelligence frameworks to systematically collect, analyze, and act upon threat data. The cryptography component explores fundamental principles of secure communication, covering encryption algorithms, hashing techniques, and methods to ensure data integrity and confidentiality. Participants study common cryptographic attacks and cryptanalysis methods to understand potential vulnerabilities in cryptographic implementations. Throughout the course, hands-on labs provide practical application of concepts, culminating in a final project that integrates all three disciplines.
Penetration Testing: Planning and Discovery Phases
Module 1
Penetration Testing: Attack Phase
Module 2
Penetration Testing: Reporting Phase
Module 3
Threat Hunting and Threat Intelligence
Module 4
Cryptography: Techniques and Principles
Module 5
Final Project, Course Wrap-Up, and Final Quiz
Module 6
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Instructors
Dee Dee Collette: Cybersecurity Expert and Instructor at IBM
Dee Dee Collette is an instructor at IBM, where she teaches several courses focused on cybersecurity. Her courses include "Cybersecurity Compliance Framework, Standards & Regulations," "Introduction to Cybersecurity Careers," "Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks," and "Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security." These courses aim to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity principles, the tools used in the field, and the various career paths available within cybersecurity.
Dr. Manish Kumar: Expert in Information Security and Digital Forensics, Educator and Consultant
Dr. Manish Kumar holds a PhD in Computer Science from Bangalore University and serves as a faculty member in the Department of Computer Applications at M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Specializing in Information Security and Digital Forensics, he has numerous research papers published in prestigious conferences and journals. Beyond academia, Dr. Kumar is actively engaged in research and consultancy, regularly conducting hands-on workshops, technical talks, and training sessions for academic institutions, researchers, law enforcement agencies, and the judiciary. As a technical expert, he contributes to government committees establishing cyber forensic labs for law enforcement. He is a life member of CSI, ISTE, ISCA, and IAE, and a senior member of ACM.
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